Robbie Dale's first-half double had Blyth Spartans dreaming of another FA Cup upset before Championship side Birmingham battled back to snatch victory in a third-round classic at tiny Croft Park. Part-time barman Dale served up a pair of delicious finishes towards the end of the first period as the Evo-Stik Premier underdogs threatened to write another famous chapter in their storied FA Cup his...Full Story »

Nikola Zigic is available for Birmingham when they face Reading as he has received the visa entry clearance on his passport that he needed after rejoining the club until the end of the season. Wes Thomas is also back after serving a three-game ban for his sending-off against Cardiff last month. Paul Robinson will be assessed after having stitches in his foot while Andrew Shinnie (ankle) is fit...Full Story »

Nikola Zigic: Was subject to interest from Arsenal Striker Nikola Zigic has confirmed Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger made an enquiry regarding his availability in the transfer window. Wenger explored several options throughout the window, with Olivier Giroud's injury adding a sense of urgency to the French boss' search. Having extensively scoured the market, Arsenal eventually managed to bring in...Full Story »

Birmingham striker Nikola Zigic could return for the Barclays Premier League derby with relegation rivals Wolves at St Andrew's on Sunday. The Serbia international has been troubled with a groin problem recently but has resumed full training. Zigic's return would be a welcome boost as Obafemi Martins has been ruled out for the season with a stress fracture of the leg which has required surgery...Full Story »